Looking to get on the property ladder and your budget is below $800k? Commute the short distance to work in Te Puke or Papamoa and rejuvenate this tired but large three-bedroom home. Buy the lifestyle but bring tools because while you will be just moments from the beach, this home needs work. If you’ve got a bit of know-how and don’t mind rolling up your sleeves, this property could be your perfect seaside project.

Step inside and discover three generous bedrooms, a sun-filled kitchen and lounge with a desirable northwest aspect, and plenty of space for family living. With one bathroom complete and a second to be finished, there’s exciting scope to add value. Completing the second bathroom could create a self-contained guest wing — ideal for extended family or even a rental to help with the mortgage.

A double garage provides secure parking, while the expansive 812m² section offers room for kids and pets to play. The deck may need some love, but it’s easy to imagine transforming it into a wraparound entertainer’s haven — add some ranch sliders and enjoy effortless indoor-outdoor flow in this sunny, private setting.

Located just across the road from the estuary which is ideal for walks and a perfect spot for the kids and dogs to paddle, within ear shot of the boat ramp, and only a 300-metre stroll from the surf, this home offers the best of Pukehina’s coastal lifestyle. Perfect for families, renovators, or investors looking for exceptional value — this will sell miles below the Council Valuation.

Opportunities like this don’t linger. See what's on offer in Coastal Papamoa, then call me to unlock the potential of this Pukehina coastal gem.